Gabriella at Nationals

Hi it's Gabriella here. 

The three races in this video are my school cross country at Riccarton racecourse, the Secondary Schools Cross Country Champs(SSCCC) at Hagley park and the Secondary Schools Cross Country Nationals(SSCCN) in Ashburton. 

At my school cross country, I came second.  I also improved my personal time by three minuets. 

In the SSCCC I came thirty fourth and improved my time again. I felt that this race was a good effort because it was a hot day and a hard course with lots of people. 

In the SSCCN I came seventieth out of one hundred and twenty people. This race was hard because there were lots of people which resulted in a very quick start. It was also very cold and muddy and the course involved a water jump. This was a very important race because there were competitors from all over New Zealand. At the start of the race we were given electronic timers which we had to tie onto our shoes. My timer didn't work which meant I didn't find out my time. I know the person who came in front of me, so I know what place I came. Our team came seventh in this race which was a great achievement for us as there were thirty other teams. According to our PE teacher our result was 'the highlight of the schools achievements.' 

I am very happy with my achievements of this season and am looking forward to next season.

Gabriella

Here's the video...

(If you can't see it click here: www.mkennedyfamily.blogspot.com/gabriella)

Our MGS Nationals Team at Ashburton